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Created 13 years ago2010-12-11 02:04:50 UTC by
AJ
Created 13 years ago2010-12-11 02:04:50 UTC by
AJ
Posted 10 years ago2014-01-04 22:47:50 UTC
Post #317362
I'm playing Scribblenauts for the DS, I may get the PC version soon though. I also may be getting Natural Selection 2.
Posted 10 years ago2014-01-18 16:42:27 UTC
Post #317549
Moved into division 1 worldwide for Light Machine Guns and division 1 worldwide for skill in Battlefield 4. That's the top 3% of all players. #proudestmoment
Archie's Battlelog
Archie's Battlelog
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-13 19:12:06 UTC
Post #318247
This is my compulsory female alter ego game which I tend to do in RPGs. Meet Aluben. She's 20 years old, likes hunting and enjoys long strolls in the Mojavé... Oh yeah, and she's a cannibal.
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-14 05:20:58 UTC
Post #318269
Is it that easy to make a 3D game engine? Is there something called Free Simulator Maker 2014 or something like that? The strangely most mundane activities are popping out as simulators (that turn out to be shit). Some keep pushing out things like Road Construction Simulator. Really, what is this? What is going on? Are game devs so dry out of ideas that they just pick a random occupation and turn it into a sim game?
Tomorrow I'll start writing Traffic Light Bulb Changer Simulator 2015. Because why would I come up with something good when the world already has all the ideas just outside my window?
Tomorrow I'll start writing Traffic Light Bulb Changer Simulator 2015. Because why would I come up with something good when the world already has all the ideas just outside my window?
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-14 14:35:45 UTC
Post #318277
Are game devs so dry out of ideas that they just pick a random occupation and turn it into a sim game?Good lord sir, certainly not! I'll have you know that there are just as many developers out there who are hard at work butchering much-loved, classic games into modern day remakes as well!
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-14 16:22:35 UTC
Post #318278
I'm making a game about a guy and his van.
...yeah the idea pool is bone dry.
...yeah the idea pool is bone dry.
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-14 22:40:34 UTC
Post #318280
But at least he gets hit by EMP.
If only I was able to make decent models and textures.
If only I was able to make decent models and textures.
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-28 10:34:21 UTC
Post #318478
Still loving Fallout 3 and New Vegas. For anyone interested, here is a link to the third part of my asshat character playthrough.
Falling Out - Fart Wee (Part 3)
Falling Out - Fart Wee (Part 3)
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-28 17:34:12 UTC
Post #318480
Really, what is this? What is going on? Are game devs so dry out of ideas that they just pick a random occupation and turn it into a sim game?You'd think so, but apparently those 'job simulator' games are extremely popular in western Europe.
It's an unconventional market, but that just means it's ripe for the taking, I guess.
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-29 11:25:10 UTC
Post #318491
Some of those simulator games provide unintentional, hilarious gold as well.
On a more serious note, provided the simulation is good, I think it's a great opportunity to let people in on the potential joys of doing tasks that they ordinarily wouldn't get to do. Games are about escapism, after all.
On a more serious note, provided the simulation is good, I think it's a great opportunity to let people in on the potential joys of doing tasks that they ordinarily wouldn't get to do. Games are about escapism, after all.
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-30 23:37:20 UTC
Post #318518
[56k NOPE]
OK, yeah, so you know I got an Nvidia 780ti?
Shit can run BF4 at max settings.... At 3200 x 1800.
OK, yeah, so you know I got an Nvidia 780ti?
Shit can run BF4 at max settings.... At 3200 x 1800.
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-31 16:53:04 UTC
Post #318533
I wish I could play BF4 more clearly, but my Core 2 E8400 hampers performance. 
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-31 17:12:16 UTC
Post #318534
It runs on a dualcore ?
Posted 10 years ago2014-03-31 23:45:50 UTC
Post #318544
The min specs for Intel CPUs are a Core 2 Duo 2.4 GHz. Mine's 3.0 GHz.
The recommended Intel specs are a Quad-core CPU.
The recommended Intel specs are a Quad-core CPU.
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-01 09:20:49 UTC
Post #318546
Currently playing Super Mario 3D World.
(Yes, I bought a Wii U)
(Yes, I bought a Wii U)
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-01 14:52:48 UTC
Post #318547
The WiiU is brilliant. Make sure you try the new version of Wii Sports Golf. It went from being the worst Wii Sports game on the original console to the best one on the WiiU.
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-02 00:37:33 UTC
Post #318557
I've got New Super Mario Bros and New Super Luigi Bros as well, so those will be what I tackle after 3D World. Though I have to say, 3D World completely smokes them. The New Super Mario Bros series feels far too safe for me: I've played all the games in the series, and they feel like very shallow imitations of the far better work they did in the 16-bit era.
3D World (and Land) on the other hand, are brilliant. Effortless to pick up and play, but full of imagination and sheer delight. Granted, the Mario games are just too easy these days... I've cruised to World 6 with a stock pile of about 50 lives.
How I wish Nintendo had released the Wii U instead of the Wii. I hope it gets out of its current slump, like the 3DS did, because there's some massive potential for it to be completely amazing.
3D World (and Land) on the other hand, are brilliant. Effortless to pick up and play, but full of imagination and sheer delight. Granted, the Mario games are just too easy these days... I've cruised to World 6 with a stock pile of about 50 lives.
How I wish Nintendo had released the Wii U instead of the Wii. I hope it gets out of its current slump, like the 3DS did, because there's some massive potential for it to be completely amazing.
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-03 02:04:11 UTC
Post #318581
TUG! Early Access Steam Release 
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-03 09:22:27 UTC
Post #318582
Super jealous of your hardware Archie.
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-03 20:30:32 UTC
Post #318585
Hell yeah Tetsu0!
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-05 20:44:59 UTC
Post #318595
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-17 03:59:06 UTC
Post #318717
South Park: The Stick of Truth
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-17 07:59:01 UTC
Post #318721
Phenomenal game. Not long - I finished the main story and all the side quests in around nine hours, but I loved every minute. Captures the feel of the show so flawlessly that there are points where you realise you are just watching South Park and there is nothing wrong with that what-so-ever.
I recommend getting the most expensive plastic surgery option for optimum lulz.
I recommend getting the most expensive plastic surgery option for optimum lulz.
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-17 09:11:04 UTC
Post #318727
Playing Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright on 3DS; Super Mario 3D World and New Super Mario U on Wii U; and Kerbal Space Program whenever I find a moment.
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-18 05:14:41 UTC
Post #318757
I managed to set up Kerbal Space Program with my joystick, and I'm quite liking flying planes with it. If I had an Oculus Rift it would make the IVA view really worthwhile for fancy flying.
I do find it unfortunate however that there is no option to set multiple control schemes. The kind of control I want from a rocket is very different from the kind I would want from a plane. I can fly rockets well using a keyboard anyway, but it would be nice to be able to attempt a Mun landing in IVA view with a joystick without having to exit and change all the controls.
I do find it unfortunate however that there is no option to set multiple control schemes. The kind of control I want from a rocket is very different from the kind I would want from a plane. I can fly rockets well using a keyboard anyway, but it would be nice to be able to attempt a Mun landing in IVA view with a joystick without having to exit and change all the controls.
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-18 23:09:42 UTC
Post #318789
I've yet to come close to mastering any aspect of Kerbal Space Program. I haven't even bought the darn thing yet: still having a blast with the demo. It probably doesn't help that I skipped all the tutorials. The best I've managed so far is getting a rocket into orbit around the Earth. Haven't even come close to reaching the Mun yet!
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-19 02:07:35 UTC
Post #318798
I would certainly recommend the full version. I just had a look to see what the demo is like and there is so much stuff you are missing out on.
Congratumalations on the orbit though! If you think you might need it, there are some very good tutorials by Scott Manley on YouTube.
And speaking of getting things into orbit, I almost managed to get a space shuttle into orbit today. It is a lot more difficult than it sounds, as everything about the design is unbalanced, so you have to be clever with the way you place everything - note the angle of the engines in the screenshots below.
Even with that, when the fuel gets low you have to reduce the throttle, as the centre of mass has shifted so it's harder for the reaction control system to overcome the resulting torque. The shuttle glides down like a charm though. I just need to move the file into the spaceplane hangar folder so that I can make some adjustments, as the SPH allows you to place things with mirror symmetry rather than radial as in the VAB. That will allow me to make the wings less stupid, and it will also let me place the RCS ports a lot better.
Just after launch
Nearly in space
Congratumalations on the orbit though! If you think you might need it, there are some very good tutorials by Scott Manley on YouTube.
And speaking of getting things into orbit, I almost managed to get a space shuttle into orbit today. It is a lot more difficult than it sounds, as everything about the design is unbalanced, so you have to be clever with the way you place everything - note the angle of the engines in the screenshots below.
Even with that, when the fuel gets low you have to reduce the throttle, as the centre of mass has shifted so it's harder for the reaction control system to overcome the resulting torque. The shuttle glides down like a charm though. I just need to move the file into the spaceplane hangar folder so that I can make some adjustments, as the SPH allows you to place things with mirror symmetry rather than radial as in the VAB. That will allow me to make the wings less stupid, and it will also let me place the RCS ports a lot better.
Just after launch
Nearly in space
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-19 03:50:40 UTC
Post #318802
I've watched a lot of KSP videos done by Robbaz. While they aren't strictly that informative, they're ridiculously entertaining. I love the scope of the game, though: being able to send a Kerbal to a distant planet, then mount a rescue operation is amazing. 
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-19 20:13:08 UTC
Post #318809
I love Robbaz, Ant. Been watching him for a year or so, now. VERY WELL.
In other news, myself an Urby are keeping extremely current with our gaming choices. Clicky
In other news, myself an Urby are keeping extremely current with our gaming choices. Clicky
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-19 22:38:26 UTC
Post #318810
Man, I wish gaming on an international scale was more viable. SnC, plus the Aussies would be a brilliant combination.
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-19 23:55:43 UTC
Post #318812
We just have to set up a TWHL meetup somewhere in neutral grounds and bring a router. Everyone is happy.
Posted 10 years ago2014-04-20 12:23:50 UTC
Post #318825
Australia's neutral. We're racist to everyone equally. Everyone come over for a barbie.
Posted 10 years ago2014-05-20 22:10:01 UTC
Post #319471
Posted 10 years ago2014-05-20 23:04:35 UTC
Post #319472
Shank 2 is incredibly frustrating at times, although rewarding!
@Atom: Can't wait to try the new Wolfenstein! Looks gorgeous.
Posted 10 years ago2014-05-22 22:38:44 UTC
Post #319503
Posted 10 years ago2014-05-23 00:52:03 UTC
Post #319504
Playing TimeSplitters 2.
Posted 10 years ago2014-05-23 15:30:35 UTC
Post #319512
AJ needs to be my friend...forever...please?
Posted 10 years ago2014-06-01 21:32:00 UTC
Post #319625
I'm totally broke and can't afford any new games. As such, I've been indulging in a guilty pleasure... 
Not paying for it though, fuck that shit.
Posted 10 years ago2014-06-01 22:23:27 UTC
Post #319626
I was not okay with that post until that last sentence.
Posted 10 years ago2014-06-01 22:25:34 UTC
Post #319627
Yeah, you can download and play for free now until level 20. Should be enough to get it out of my system.
Posted 10 years ago2014-07-14 14:31:03 UTC
Post #320298
So, if you're not playing Space Engineers yet you're seriously missing out. Imagine it as a cross between Minecraft and DayZ, in space.
All structures and ships are completely player-created in-game. All structures and ships, down to every individual steel plate are realistically damage-modelled. Even moon-sized asteroids are fully destructible, allowing you to tunnel into them and create asteroid bases.
Fairly realistic physics affect everything. Momentum will carry you infinitely in space if there is nothing to slow you down.
You can create ships from the size of a large car to the size of the Empire State Building. You can then dock SMALLER SHIPS inside your larger ships. You can cut them in half with mining tools and watch as the two halfs float away from each other. You can make daring jetpack repairs to your engine while your opponent banks round for another missile strafe. It's incredible.
An early construction effort resulted in many, many deaths to me and Urby
My 2,000,000KG mothership is torn to absolute shreds by Urby and Mike, but the reactor and some engines were still in-tact, allowing me to continue.
Constructing a fleet of small ships in my hollowed-out asteroid base
Urby claims he never noticed that his first construction had a face 
A passing meteor shower absolutely wrecks the entrance to my asteroid base. Urby helps out with repairs
My latest quick scout ship design leaves Archie Station for its maiden flight tests
All structures and ships are completely player-created in-game. All structures and ships, down to every individual steel plate are realistically damage-modelled. Even moon-sized asteroids are fully destructible, allowing you to tunnel into them and create asteroid bases.
Fairly realistic physics affect everything. Momentum will carry you infinitely in space if there is nothing to slow you down.
You can create ships from the size of a large car to the size of the Empire State Building. You can then dock SMALLER SHIPS inside your larger ships. You can cut them in half with mining tools and watch as the two halfs float away from each other. You can make daring jetpack repairs to your engine while your opponent banks round for another missile strafe. It's incredible.
An early construction effort resulted in many, many deaths to me and Urby
Posted 10 years ago2014-07-14 18:39:37 UTC
Post #320309
Looks fun, I'd try it but I can't afford $20.
Posted 10 years ago2014-07-15 08:10:10 UTC
Post #320323
Disco I will buy it for you, as long as you give up some of your sweet candy; this would be right up our respective alleyways =P
Posted 10 years ago2014-07-15 16:21:13 UTC
Post #320337
It's scary to even try to imagine what you mean by sweet candy.
Posted 10 years ago2014-07-23 15:20:16 UTC
Post #320669
Might have already posted this, but: Space Engine.
Space Engine lets you freely explore an accurate, photorealistic simulation of the visible universe. The location and appearance of known objects are depicted accurately. The rest is filled in procedurally based on physical laws.
Float through the cosmic web on the grandest scale, or pitch a tent on some alien beach.
Space Engine lets you freely explore an accurate, photorealistic simulation of the visible universe. The location and appearance of known objects are depicted accurately. The rest is filled in procedurally based on physical laws.
Float through the cosmic web on the grandest scale, or pitch a tent on some alien beach.
Posted 10 years ago2014-07-23 16:24:46 UTC
Post #320672
Space Engine is awesome. I've always wanted to make a thread about it to show it off and then use it showcase screenshots of your discoveries. Maybe this will motivate me to start one. :0
Posted 10 years ago2014-07-23 18:00:18 UTC
Post #320678
Niiice.
Posted 10 years ago2014-07-23 19:46:53 UTC
Post #320687
Forgot about that.
Is it free?
Is it free?
Posted 10 years ago2014-07-24 15:02:28 UTC
Post #320739
Ya, it's 100% free: http://en.spaceengine.org/
Posted 10 years ago2014-07-26 06:21:18 UTC
Post #320815
Getting that shit immediately!
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